S.R.Smith AQUABLAST User manual

THE AQUABLASTTM &
ROCKETRIDETM FUNSLIDETM
SLIDE OWNER’S MANUAL
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
WESTERN SALES AND MANUFACTURING PLANT
P.O. Box 400 •1017 SW Berg Parkway
Canby, Oregon 97013
[phone] •[phone]
EASTERN MANUFACTURING PLANT
Portland, Tennessee
www.srsmith.com
06-692 ©S.R. SMITH, LLC 2005 DEC 05
* * C A U T I O N * *
S.R. SMITH AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FUNSLIDESTM ARE
MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION AND USE ON RESIDENTIAL
INGROUND POOLS ONLY. AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM
FUNSLIDESTM ARE NEVER TO BE INSTALLED AND USED ON PUBLIC
INGROUND POOLS, ABOVEGROUND POOLS, ONGROUND POOLS,
HOUSEBOATS, BOAT DOCKS, FLOATING DOCKS OR PLATFORMS

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Table of Contents
Topic Page#
Introduction………………………………………………………….. 2
Applicable Standards and Codes…………………………………. 2
Installation……………………………………………………….…… 2
Drawings……………………………………………………………… 2
Manufacturer’s Placement Instructions…………………………… 3
Installed Slide’s Structural & Installation Checklist………………. 5
Intended Use Instructions………………………………………….. 5
Sitting Slide Position………………………………………………… 6
Do Not Slide Head First…………………………………………….. 7
Daily/Weekly Maintenance Of Slide………………………………... 7
Cleaning Instructions………………………………………………… 8
INTRODUCTION
S.R. Smith AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlidesTM are manufactured for installation
and use on residential inground swimming pools only. S.R. Smith AquaBlastTM &
RocketRideTM FunSlidesTM are NEVER to be installed and used on public inground
pools, aboveground pools, onground pools, houseboats, boat docks, floating docks or
platforms.
APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND CODES
1. All S.R. Smith AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlidesTM are manufactured in
accordance with Consumer Products Safety Commission STANDARD FOR SWIMMING
POOL SLIDES, 16 CFR Ch. 11 Part 1207 (latest edition).
2. Installer must comply with all applicable governmental and building codes.
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
All S.R. Smith AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlidesTM are inspected prior to
shipment from the factory. Proper assembly and installation is mandatory. Improper
assembly and installation voids S.R. Smith’s warranty and may affect the safety of the
user. S.R. Smith cannot and does not guarantee customer’s concrete deck.
DRAWINGS
All drawings in this Slide Owner’s Manual (FIGURES M through S) are for illustration
purposes only and are NOT TO SCALE.

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MANUFACTURER’S PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
The AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlidesTM owner must confirm that the
Manufacturer’s Placement Instructions have been followed by the Installer.
1. The critical dimensions for placement of the slide are as shown in FIGURES M and N.
A. The slide exit runway surface shall not exceed twenty inches (20”) above the
water surface and not less than eight inches (8”) above the deck/coping surface
(see Figure I).
B. The slide shall be positioned so that all water flowing off the runway exit drops
into the pool.
C. The minimum depth of water below the exit lip of the slide shall be three feet (3’)
and increases to four feet six inches (4’-6”) at Pt.A which is a distance of four feet
six inches (4’-6”) from the exit lip of the slide. (see FIGURE M).
D. A minimum depth of four feet six inches (4’-6”) shall be maintained at a distance
of nine feet (9’) along the extended centerline of the slide from Pt.A. (see
FIGURE M).
2. A minimum clearance area in front of the slide shall be
maintained away from the coping, another slide, a diving
board or a rope and float line. (see FIGURE P)
A. The minimum clearance distance on either side of the
extended centerline of the slide runway shall not be
less than three feet six inches (3’-6”) at a point no
less than two feet six inches (2’-6”) from the exit of
the slide and extending a distance of thirteen feet six
inches (13’-6”) in front of the slide. (see FIGURE N)
B. The minimum clearance area in front of a diving
board is a minimum distance of three feet six inches
(3’-6”) on either side of the board’s centerline. Pt.C
extends a minimum distance of “C” from the tip end of
the board. The width distance “W” on either side of Pt.C is given in CHART 1
and shown in FIGURE O.
FIGURE M
FIGURE N

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“C” DIMENSION FOR BOARD = AB + BC
“W” DIMENSION FOR BOARD = WIDTH AT PT.C
C. The minimum clearance area of a slide or diving board shall not intersect any
coping or rope and float line. (see FIGURE P) The minimum clearance area of
a slide or diving board may intersect each other provided that they are not used
simultaneously.
CHART 1
BOARD MINIMUM CLEARANCE AREA
POOL TYPE “C” DIMENSION “W” DIMENSION
I 14’-6” 5’-0”
II 14’-6” 6’-0”
III 16’-6” 6’-0”
IV 18’-6” 7’-6”
V 21’-0” 7’-6”
See Article 5 contained in ANSI/NSPI-5 2003 STANDARD
FOR RESIDENTIAL INGROUND SWIMMING POOLS and
refer to Figure 3 and Table 1 for Minimum Water Envelope
Dimensions AB, BC and Width at Point C.
FIGURE P
FIGURE O

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INSTALLED SLIDES’ STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
After installation and prior to the first use of the AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunslideTM
and periodically thereafter the owner must:
1. Inspect the runway for visible cracks or tears.
2. Inspect the slide for sharp edges, protrusions, cracks or tears.
3. Inspect all attachment flanges for loose or corroded fasteners.
4. For the RocketRideTM Slide, inspect all ladder tread or step-attachment points for
evidence of shear, bending yield, or fatigue in the ladder steps, rails, or
attachments means. Yield is evidenced by crystallization or fine cracking of the
ladder tread and/or surface.
5. Inspect the ladder handrails for rigidity and attachment. (Can they be pulled out
of their sockets?)
6. Measure the following dimensions and compare with the Manufacturer’s
Placement Instructions on pages 3 and 4.
•Measure the depth of water in front of the slide exit. (4-1/2’ min. depth 4-
1/2’ from exit end of slide.)
•Measure the height of the slide runway exit above the water. (20” max.)
•Measure the distance between the slide centerline and the edge of other
pool equipment.
7. Observe the position of the exit of the slide as shown in FIGURES M, N, O, and
P on pages 3 and 4.
INTENDED USE INSTRUCTIONS
* * IMPORTANT * *
READ AND FOLLOW THE SIMPLE SAFETY RULES BELOW.
MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE WHO USES THE AQUABLASTTM / ROCKETRIDETM
FUNSLIDETM KNOWS AND FOLLOWS THESE RULES.
ENFORCE THESE RULES WITH ADULT SUPERVISION
Installed and used properly, the AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlideTM will give you,
your family, friends and guests many hours of enjoyment. Like any other piece of
equipment however, the AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlideTM can be misused in
such a way as to cause the user injury, even serious and crippling injury. As the owner
of a AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlideTM it is your responsibility to do the following:
1. Only one person allowed on the slide at any given time.
2. Roughhousing or horseplay on the slide is strictly forbidden.
3. Do not use the slide as a diving platform. The slide is made for sliding only, not
diving.
4. Before sliding, always be sure that the water lubrication is turned on.

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5. Familiarize yourself with the shape of the pool bottom and the water depth before
you slide. Use the correct slide configuration shown on the ladder when sliding.
6. Avoid sliding until all submerged obstacles, surface objects or other swimmers
are clear of the slider’s pathway.
7. Don’t slide at or through objects such as inner tubes, as they force the slider
deeper increasing the potential of a crippling injury.
8. Don’t drink alcoholic beverages and slide.
9. Don’t slide alone; use the buddy system.
10.The slide is a deep water slide and should be installed only according to the
instructions on pages 3 and 4 of this manual. Don’t allow children to use the
slide without adequate supervision. Users must be swimmers.
11.Take your time in preparing to slide. Move forward slowly and get yourself
positioned properly before starting the slide.
12.Handicapped persons should use caution and may require supervision.
13.Do not use the slide if any part of it becomes damaged, weakened, or broken.
Don’t take chances. Have the slide inspected and, if necessary, repaired by a
competent professional, who is familiar with acrylic water slides before using the
AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM water slide again. See INSTALLED SLIDES’
STRUCTURAL & INSTALLATION CHECKLIST on page 5.
14.Individuals who exhibit frailty due to age should not use the slide.
15.People with history of back problems, heart conditions or fear of heights should
not use the slide.
16.People who weigh over 250 pounds should not use the slide.
17.Women who are pregnant should not use the slide.
18.Don’t use any other sliding technique, other than the following:
SITTING SLIDE POSITION
In sitting slides, face forward on the slide holding the legs and arms straight out with the
palms of your hands tilted upward. (see FIGURE Q).
* * IMPORTANT * *
In order for a person to minimize the possibility of injury, HEAD FIRST SLIDES ARE
STRICTLY PROHIBITED. (see FIGURE R). It is necessary that the user know that the
chief danger of this type of slide is serious spinal injury. Injuries to the spine may result
in temporary or permanent paralysis or even death. Research studies have shown that
you cannot rely on the water to slow you down sufficiently to avoid injury.
FIGURE Q

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As an AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlideTM owner, it is your responsibility to explain
the nature of this danger to all persons who may use your AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM
FunSlideTM, since they may not otherwise appreciate the dangers of performing head
first slides.
DAILY/WEEKLY MAINTENANCE OF THE AquaBlastTM/RocketRideTM
FUNSLIDETM
1. When hosing down the deck, hose your AquaBlastTM & RocketRideTM FunSlideTM
to wash away any dust, dirt or other debris, which may have accumulated.
2. Be sure that water fittings are not leaking, and clean spray nozzles periodically to
permit water to be sprayed on the slide runway.
3. All anodized aluminum parts require little maintenance. Hose and wipe to clean.
4. While cleaning aluminum parts, check and see that all nuts and bolts are tight
and secure.
5. The INTENDED USE LABELS shall be maintained on the ladder and the transom of
the slide entrance as indicated to the right. If they become faded or un readable
they should be replaced. Additional labels are available from S.R. Smith upon
request. (see FIGURE S).
DO NOT SLIDE HEAD FIRST
FIGURE R
250 LBS. WEIGHT LIMIT
LOOKOUT FOR PEOPLE AND OBJECTS BELOW
SLIDE FEET & ARMS FIRST
IN SEATED POSITION
ONLY ONE PERSON AT A TIME
CAUTION
WARNING CORRECT
SITTING SLIDE
FIGURE S

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Use non-abrasive soap and water when possible. In addition, you may safely use:
Windex® With Ammonia Formula 409 ® Fantastik ®
Spiffits Bath Scrubfree Tackle ®
Spic and Span ® Powder Calgon ® Bath Topjob ®
Clorox ® Bleach Glass Plus ® Tilex ®
Always read the label instructions on any cleaner carefully before applying it to a
Plexiglas ® DR ® acrylic surface.
AVOID HARSH CHEMICALS AND DISINFECTANTS. DO NOT USE:
Dow with Scrubbing Bubbles ® Lysol ® Disinfectant Ajax ® Cleanser
Windex ® With Vinegar Ajax ® Liquid
White Cap ® Soft Scrub ®